John Darley

John Darley is a social psychologist known for his research on human behavior in emergency situations and how people respond to others in need. He studied why individuals sometimes do not help ("the bystander effect") and identified factors influencing helping behavior. Darley's work highlights that in emergencies, people's decisions to assist depend on their perceptions of responsibility, the situation’s clarity, and social cues. His insights help us understand factors that promote or hinder prosocial actions, emphasizing the importance of awareness and intervention in fostering helpful responses in community and crisis contexts.